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LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel Match Rare Curry-Thompson Three-Point Feat
The Charlotte Hornets duo became just the second pair in NBA history to each record 270 or more three-pointers in a single season.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:39pm
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The Hornets' three-point shooting duo of LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel join an elite club, their sharpshooting skills deconstructed into a cubist masterpiece.NYC TodayThe Charlotte Hornets closed their regular season with a 110-96 win over the New York Knicks, with LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel both contributing to the victory. Beyond the result, the pair also achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming just the second duo in NBA history to each record 270 or more three-pointers in a single season, matching the feat of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.
Why it matters
This accomplishment by Ball and Knueppel highlights their exceptional shooting ability and their importance to the Hornets' offense. Joining the elite company of Curry and Thompson is a significant achievement that underscores the duo's impact on the game and their potential to become one of the league's most formidable three-point shooting tandems.
The details
Ball finished the season second in the league's three-point rankings, while Knueppel topped the list. The 20-year-old Knueppel has strengthened his case for the Rookie of the Year award, though he faces strong competition from Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg, the number one overall pick.
- The Charlotte Hornets closed their regular season on April 13, 2026.
- Ball and Knueppel became the second duo in NBA history to each record 270 or more three-pointers in a single season.
The players
LaMelo Ball
A 23-year-old point guard for the Charlotte Hornets who finished second in the league's three-point rankings this season.
Kon Knueppel
A 20-year-old shooting guard for the Charlotte Hornets who led the league in three-pointers made this season and is a strong contender for the Rookie of the Year award.
Stephen Curry
A 35-year-old point guard for the Golden State Warriors who, along with Klay Thompson, previously led the NBA in three-pointers made in the same season on four occasions.
Klay Thompson
A 33-year-old shooting guard for the Golden State Warriors who, along with Stephen Curry, previously led the NBA in three-pointers made in the same season on four occasions.
Cooper Flagg
The number one overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, who plays for the Dallas Mavericks and has delivered multiple high-scoring performances this season, making him the favorite for the Rookie of the Year award.
What’s next
The Charlotte Hornets will compete in the NBA play-in tournament, where they will look to secure a spot in the playoffs and continue their strong finish to the regular season.
The takeaway
The remarkable accomplishment of Ball and Knueppel matching the three-point shooting feat of Curry and Thompson highlights the Hornets' offensive firepower and the duo's potential to become one of the league's elite three-point shooting tandems. This milestone also underscores Knueppel's case for the Rookie of the Year award, though he faces stiff competition from the highly touted Cooper Flagg.
